So here’s how it all begins. A beautiful view from a tropical island accented with a cool rum drink, a fresh sketchbook, well-used color palette, and the thought that this no-holes-barred way of interpreting what is in front of me is about to begin anew.
A direct from life experience recorded with a digital camera is a reminder of what I felt at a moment–its never a crutch to slavishly render a scene. For me it’s a beginning, and the end results may not be anything like the final art piece. These starts are so much fun–every time.
Ann Trainor Domingue Art Blog 
I love the bright colors… makes me incredibly grateful that, while I’m not in Barbados, warmer weather and wildflowers are on the way out here. Thanks for sharing!
Late again to reply to you–had a good turnout at the opening the other night. People very upbeat about the theme–sold one and a potential commission for a large piece based on a palm tree pattern. Cool. Hope things are well in cowgirl country.